The Baume & Mercier Hampton Emblematic: A Fitting Nod To The Brand's Past

January 22, 2012

Baume & Mercier continues their string of hits with a special emblematic version of their Hampton. Modeled after an historic Art Deco model from the companys past, this Hampton features an arched case profile and curved crystal, with a vintage-looking Roman numeral dial. Fitting of a vintage-inspired timepiece, the watch is powered by a decorated handwound movement, visible through the display caseback, built for Baume & Mercier by LaJoux-Perret. The gold Hampton Emblematic will sell for $15,000.Click through for pictures of the caseback and the original Baume & Mercier from which this new model is derived.